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Pre-Columbian Warrior Banner, Chimu, Peru, circa 1100-1476 AD

$3,500
£2,658.34
€3,057.57
CA$4,890.19
A$5,453.11
CHF 2,845.20
MX$66,911.72
NOK 36,214.87
SEK 34,312.81
DKK 22,819.80
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About the Item

Pre-Columbian ornamental banner with fringes composed of warriors/divinities holding figures in their hands, surrounded by geometric frets. Two-headed birds in alternating colors decorate the top and bottom of the banner. This one-of-a-kind tapestry has preserved its vibrant original colors and fibres. Professionally cleaned. Provenance: Private European Collection Textiles from elite Chimu tombs include elaborate gauzes, embroidery, painted plain weave and tapestry, and three-dimensional fibre sculptures. Among others, shades of yellow and brown, scarlet, white, lavender-blue and olive green were the colors used. Birds and a deity wearing a crescent-like headdress have been the most popular decorative motifs. Many Chimu textiles are preserved in museums around the world, attesting to their prolific artistic output. This piece is accompanied by a Certificate Pour un Bien Cultural from France.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Width: 17 in (43.18 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
  • Style:
    Pre-Columbian (Of the Period)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1100-1450 AD
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Pedro Garza Garcia, MX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: PE-1481stDibs: LU3172312821752

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